should i force myself to eat protein?

Brokecoffeeaddict

i could seriously live on fruits n veggies (with some carbs n fats. for calories) but protein is important becuase..............?

BlueObsidian

"Lack of protein can cause growth failure, loss of muscle mass, decreased immunity, weakening of the heart and respiratory system, and death."
http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/protein-full-story/
Harvard School of Public Health

AnvilHead

i could seriously live on fruits n veggies (with some carbs n fats. for calories) but protein is important becuase..............?

Here's a great article which explains it well. Scroll down to the "Protein" section:

http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/nutrition/a-primer-on-nutrition-part-1.html

dangtienthanh97

Protein makes you feel ful longer There some yummy food with lots of protein out there It also helps you to build lean muscle Protein is good ! OH And thanks for adding me

jennnny

I feel the same exact way!

dlkingsbury

Same - but it's important. Try greek yogurt with fruit mixed in (since you love fruits so much). I love greek yogurt so much i could eat it twice a day.

kdiamond

Well if you want to have nice, lean muscle and be in shape, then YES! Eat protein!

Peanutbutterx

protein is very important!!

How to Calculate Your Protein Needs:

1. Weight in pounds divided by 2.2 = weight in kg
2. Weight in kg x 0.8-1.8 gm/kg = protein gm.

Use a lower number if you are in good health and are sedentary (i.e., 0.8). Use a higher number (between 1 and 1.8) if you are under stress, are pregnant, are recovering from an illness, or if you are involved in consistent and intense weight or endurance training.

sunsnstatheart

You are aware that your heart is a muscle, correct? Read the articles posted above.

jonnythan

i could seriously live on fruits n veggies (with some carbs n fats. for calories) but protein is important becuase..............?

Because your body is made of protein.

RobinV_Seattle

There are lots of ways to get protein - peanut butter, certain beans, greek yogurt, nuts, dairy. Or just find a protein powder you like and make a smoothie! You're going to need it to build and maintain lean muscle mass, at a minimum.

Peanutbutterx

There are lots of ways to get protein - peanut butter, certain beans, greek yogurt, nuts, dairy. Or just find a protein powder you like and make a smoothie! You're going to need it to build and maintain lean muscle mass, at a minimum.

peanut butter!!!!!